Listen "Tokenomics and the Social Forces Driving Crypto Markets | Shimon Kogan"
Episode Synopsis
What determines whether a cryptocurrency succeeds or fades into obscurity? In this episode, Wharton professor Itay Goldstein speaks with Shimon Kogan, adjunct associate professor of finance at Wharton and longtime instructor of Wharton’s fintech course, to explore the economic and behavioral forces behind token success. From network effects and user adoption to coordination challenges and the phenomenon of meme coins, this conversation dives into the mechanics of tokenomics and what drives value in the world of fintech.This discussion is part of a special series called “Future of Finance: The Rise of Crypto and Digital Money.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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